At the heart of Waterloo's vibrant student community, 253 Lester Street is more than just a place to crash between classes -- it's where your university years come to life. With five spacious bedrooms and two bathrooms, this home is built for late-night study marathons, spontaneous pizza runs, and the kind of friendships that turn into lifelong memories. Every corner invites connection, from shared meals in the kitchen to quiet mornings sipping coffee before a busy day on campus.Just a short walk to both UW and Laurier, and steps from cafes, transit, and all the essentials, this is student living at its most convenient -- but with a warmth and energy that feels like home. At 253 Lester, you're not just renting a space -- you're writing your story, surrounded by laughter, learning, and the people who make it all unforgettable.
24 Hour Emergency Hotline
Air Conditioner
Biking Distance To School
Bright
Centrally Located
Decent Sized Rooms
Efficient Appliances
Electronic Thermostat
Fridge & Stove Oven Included
In The Middle Of It All
Microwave Included
Near Bus Stops
Near Connestoga College (Waterloo Campus)
Near University Of Waterloo
Near Wilfrid Laurier University (Waterloo Campus)
Online Maintenance Portal
Online Rent Payment Portal
Onsite Coin Laundry
Recycling
Secure Resident Portal
Tenant Pays Hydro
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Walking Distance To Amenities
Walking Distance To School
Walking Distance To Shopping
Wi Fi Included
Window Coverings
Apartment amenities
Air Conditioner
Electronic Thermostat
Furnished
Microwave
Refrigerator
View
Window Coverings
Community amenities
24 Hour Emergency Hotline
All Tenants must have valid tenant insurance
Biking distance to School
Central Air
Centrally Located
Controlled Access/Gated
Decent sized rooms
Elevator
Fridge & StoveOven Included
High Speed Internet
Laundry Facilities
Located right near downtown
Microwave Included
Near Bus Stops
Near Connestoga College (Waterloo Campus)
Near the University of Waterloo
Near Wilfrid Laurier University (Waterloo Campus)
Nice unit
No onsite parking
Online maintenance portal
Online rent payment portal
Onsite coin Laundry
Optional monthly parking in the community
Private Student rooms with lockable doors
Property Inspections
Public Transportation
Recycling
Rent pay methods: BankEFT, E-transfer, VISA, MasterCard, Visa Debit, Debit Mastercard, Auto Pay
Secure Resident Portal
Shared common areas
Student Housing is rented to Students only
Summer Outside Maintenance Included
Tenant pays Hydro
Walking distance to Amenities
Walking distance to School
Wi-Fi Included
Winter snow & ice maintenance included
Apartment for rent
Special offer
C$795/moFees may apply
253 Lester St Suite 302, Waterloo, ON N2L 3W6
Studio
100sqft
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Apartment
Available now
No pets
Air conditioner, central air
Shared laundry
Central, electric, forced air, natural gas
What's special
Five spacious bedroomsTwo bathroomsQuiet mornings sipping coffeeAir conditionerDecent sized roomsEfficient appliancesElectronic thermostat
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 0
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Central, Electric, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Air Conditioner, Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave Oven, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Shared
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen, Elevator
- Flooring: Laminate
- Furnished: Yes
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 100 sqft
Property
Parking
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Exterior features: High-Rise, Laminate Kitchen Counters, Living Room, No Cats, No Dogs, No Pets, No Smoking Building, Open Floor Plan, Recently Rehabbed, Secured Entry, Snow Removal Included, Three Year Lease
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Apartment
- Property subtype: Apartment
Condition
- Year built: 2017
Utilities & green energy
- Utilities for property: Electricity, Garbage, Gas, Internet, Sewage, Water
Building
Management
- Pets allowed: No
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Waterloo
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: Contact For Details
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
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| 7/15/2026 | Listed for rent | C$795C$8/sqft |
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| 7/23/2025 | Listing removed | C$795C$8/sqft |
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| 4/10/2025 | Listed for rent | C$795C$8/sqft |
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| 3/22/2025 | Listing removed | C$795C$8/sqft |
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| 3/19/2025 | Price change | C$795-11.2%C$8/sqft |
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| 1/16/2025 | Price change | C$895+12.6%C$9/sqft |
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| 10/18/2024 | Listed for rent | C$795C$8/sqft |
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| 10/5/2024 | Listing removed | C$795C$8/sqft |
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| 9/1/2024 | Listed for rent | C$795C$8/sqft |
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| 8/28/2024 | Listing removed | C$795C$8/sqft |
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| 8/26/2024 | Price change | C$795-5.9%C$8/sqft |
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| 8/22/2024 | Price change | C$845-5.6%C$8/sqft |
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| 7/26/2024 | Price change | C$895+2.3%C$9/sqft |
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| 6/1/2024 | Listed for rent | C$875C$9/sqft |
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Neighborhood: N2L
Nearby schools
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There are 9 available units in this apartment building
- Special offer! STUDENT ONLY These rooms are available exclusively to students. We cannot rent student rooms to non-students under any circumstances. Applicants must be actively enrolled in a recognized educational institution. No seriously... If you are not a student and you apply to this student unit, you are just wasting everyone's time.







